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Start: 5:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Palate Partners Presents A Fall Class Open House Mini-Tour January 11th Palate Partners presents a regular series of Wine Classes which have been developed to meet the ever changing and diverse needs of their patrons. Some are single classes, while others are presented in a series. They cover a wide variety of subjects, ranging from serious to fun, some geared toward more educated palates, and some designed to help wine ‘newbies’ discover the finer aspects of wine appreciation and enjoyment. All help to de-mystify wine and its unique terminology. The Wine Classes will be taught by Mike Gonze, President of Dreadnought Wines, who offers over twenty years of wine teaching experience and is a member of the Society of Wine Educators, and Deb Mortillaro, who brings her Culinary Institute of America training to the table for pairing wines with the complexities of food. Some classes may feature a guest wine expert. Last season, Palate Partners had a small event at the store for the press. They gave them a mini-tour of the upcoming class season. Press reps moved around the room, experiencing one or two aspects of each of the upcoming classes. From Wine 101 to Wine For Turkeys, they stopped, sipped, and learned what the classes offered are all about. They were amazed at all that the classes involved once they stopped to smell the bouquet! A few weeks later, Palate Partners did it for the public and wine lovers were able to discover what they did or did not know about wines and pairings before committing to take a class. On Monday, January 11th, from 5:30 - 7:30 PM, they are inviting potential wine students to come and do the same thing! For $5 admission, they will have demonstrations set up around the store, and explain what all of the different classes are about. As an added bonus - if someone registers for a class that night - they will apply the $5 tour admission to the class chosen. The following classes will be previewed: All About Scott Harvey Wine 101 Series Saturday Quickie Wines Of Bordeaux Olive Oil Tasting Class Wine 102 Saturday Quickie Blind Tasting: California Cabernets VS Meritage Blends Wines Of Australia Saturday Quickie Wine & Dessert Spring Into Wine Reservations are required.
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Start: 6:30 pm
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All About Scott Harvey Jana Wines are named to convey the romance and passion Scott feels for his wife, Jana, and also for the creation of the wines that they love to share. The wines are from the best of Napa Valley varietals. The Napa Valley Riesling and Ice Wine are innovative wines that spring from Scott's winemaking training in Germany. What makes Scott so interesting? A great opportunity to learn and discover as well as taste a selection of Scott’s wines. Do you know what Nationally known popular wine Scott is responsible for creating? Learn here. $40.00 per person
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01 / 14
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Wine 101 Series "Wine 101" is a three part series of 'tasting basics' to help newbie wine students begin their process of wine education. Students will taste 5 grapes (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Cabernet and Syrah) to understand the classic wine varietals, tasting techniques, and classifications. Students will also learn the effects of soil and climate on wine by tasting 4 different Chardonnays and 4 different Cabernets from around the world. Various wine-making techniques will also be explored. $79 for the series, includes wines and materials.
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01 / 15
Start: 5:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
First and Third Friday Wine Tastings at Dreadnought Wines and Palate Partners. January 15th. How many times have you stood in a State Store, staring at shelves of wine bottles, wondering ‘will I like it after I buy it?’ For many years Palate Partners and Dreadnought Wines in Pittsburgh's Strip District have been giving wine lovers the opportunity to try specialty wines before buying them at their First and Third Friday Wine Tastings at their store at 2013 Penn Avenue. Folks gather to sample three red and three white wines, carefully selected by owner Mike Gonze, complimented by breads and fine cheeses, and to enjoy the company of other Oenophiliacs. Mike Gonze has taught classes for Community College of Allegheny County for over twenty years and created their wine education curriculum. Along with presenting seminars for the local Chapters of the American Wine Society, and the AWS National Conference, Mike frequently presents custom wine seminars for local corporations like Bayer, American Express and First Tier Bank. He is an active member of the Society of Wine Educators and has attended their conferences in Oregon, Seattle and Vancouver. Mike is a frequent visitor to wineries in the US, has visited wineries in the Loire Valley and the Southern Rhone regions of France, Italy and regularly attends tastings sponsored by importers, distributors, the Culinary Institute of America, and boutique wineries. Mike maintains a personal wine cellar with over 1000 bottles specializing in lesser known wines from the US and around the world. Needless to say, Mike knows his wines. And he loves bringing that knowledge to Pittsburghers. After sampling the Dreadnought Wines sampled for the evening, patrons can order the wines they like, and pick them up two business days later (as required by state law). Pittsburgh wine lovers can meet and greet each other at these regular wine tastings twice monthly, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at the Palate Partners/Dreadnought Wines store at 2013 Penn Avenue in the Strip District. The events are open to the public at the cost of only $12.00 per person and no RSVP is necessary. For more information, call (412) 391-8502
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01 / 16
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 2:30 pm
Saturday Quickie On that average Saturday shopping trip to the Strip, did you ever wish you could be doing ANYTHING else while your friends or partner shopped? Palate Partners is proud to offer – the Saturday Quickie! A mini-wine class involving tasting and discussing four wines in an hour with wine expert Mike Gonze. Come See, Swirl, Smell, and Sip on a Saturday afternoon, taste a cheese selection from “Dear Heart” at PA Macaroni, and enjoy four wines in AN HOUR! You’ll want to go home and cook all the goodies you’ve purchased in the Strip with the new wine knowledge you’ve picked up! Space is limited, and prepaid RSVPs are required. $20.00 per person
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Start: 6:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Italian wine lovers are invited to explore the Food & Wine Of Northern Italy at a 5-Course Wine Dinner presented by Enrico Biscotti and Dreadnought Wines at Enrico’s in the Strip District, beginning at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, January 20th. The Enrico Biscotti café, at 2022 Penn Avenue, is open 6 days a week from 6 am to 4 pm., serving torta Rustica (quiches), Pizzas made in their woodburning brick oven, beans and greens (vegetarian; kale, cannellini beans, garlic, olive oil, all steamed together), two different homemade soups, and big fat salads with field greens, blue cheese, cranberries, walnuts and roasted chicken from the oven. They also of course, make their own desserts; Cannoli from Sicily, ricotta pies, chocolate macaroons, and so many other things. The creative kitchen staff will be developing a special menu for this evening’s dinner: Small Antipasta to start. Dreadnought is a Pittsburgh wine distributor, representing boutique wineries from around the world, including a variety of Italian wines. Michael Gonze and Debra Mortillaro, co-owners of Dreadnought Wines and Palate Partners recently returned from a tour of the remarkable Italian Countryside and have plenty of experiences to share with patrons. To be a part of this very special evening of Italian delights, pre-paid reservations of $70 per person (gratuity NOT included) are required by calling Palate Partners at (412) 391-8502 Space is limited to 22 persons, so interested parties must RSVP by January 18th.
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Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Sip, Savor, and Swirl Trebbiano and Montepulciano, grape and blends Join us Thursday, January 21st from 6:00-8:00 pm for a stylish and informative wine tasting co-hosted with Lidia's Pittsburgh and Dreadnought Wines. Cost is $35 per person and includes 5 wines and appetizers for pairing. Reservations and prepayment are required. For reservations please contact LIDIA'S at (412) 552-0150 or visit them online at www.lidias-pittsburgh.com | ||
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Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Palate Partners is once again teaming with Cafe Des Amis in Sewickley to bring a bit of Ooh-La-la to the taste buds of the Burgh! On Friday, January 22nd, from 7:00 - 9:00 PM, we will be pairing a fine selection of wines with the delectable creations from the kitchen of Cafe Des Amis at this very special Winter Wine & Food event! $35 per person. Contact Cafe Des Amis directly to make reservations (required). Space is limited. 412-741-2388 http://www.cafedesamispa.com/Special_Events.html
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01 / 23
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
We will be hosting a private wine tasting event in our store for one of our corporate clients. We can do the same for you! Call Marianne at (412) 391-8502 to learn how.
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Start: 6:00 pm
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2010 Go Red For Women Fashion Show 6:00pm -- 9:00pm Join us for an evening of fashion and fun and make a statement for your heart. The 2010 Go Red For Women Fashion Show will be held on Tuesday, January 26 at the Rivers Club in downtown Pittsburgh. Seating is limited and reservations are required by January 15. Contact the American Heart Association for more information or tickets. For more information contact: DO NOT CONTACT PALATE PARTNERS TO RSVP. CONTACT THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION DIRECTLY.
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Start: 5:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Warhol Museum Good Friday Wine Tasting January 29th Andy and his whacky pals are waiting for your company! It's time for our monthly wine tasting at The Andy Warhol Museum. 5:30 - 7:30 PM Join The Warhol, Dreadnought Wines and Big Burrito on the last Friday of every month for ongoing Good Fridays wine tastings. Socialize in the company of Andy Warhol’s famous celebrity portraits and sample four unique wines along with cheeses, fruits and other ideal wine accompaniments. For more information or reservations email (Click the word) or call (412) 361-3272 Ext. 214 (walk-ins are welcome) $20.00 per person, includes admission to the Museum!
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